The CIA World Factbook 2009 Author:Central Intelligence Agency A comprehensive, country-by-country look at our world. — From Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, The CIA World Factbook 2009 is full of complete and up-to-date information on the world's countries. This all-inclusive reference guide has been updated for 2009 with detailed information on politics, military expenditures, populations, economics,... more » and much more. Originally intended for use by government officials, this all-new reference guide is a must for every student, traveler, journalist, and business person.
? Useful maps with new geopolitical data.
? Details on prominent political parties, and contact information for diplomatic consultation.
? A full description of the population of each country, with information on literacy rates, HIV prevalence, and age structure.
? A complete economic overview from household income to Gross Domestic Product.
? Information on transportation and communication infrastructure.
? New data on military expenditures and capabilities.
? User-friendly headings, sub-headings, an index, and a list of physical coordinates of major places for easy reading